Grapefruit Smoothie
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Published Feb 21, 2017, Updated Feb 03, 2023
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This grapefruit smoothie combines red grapefruit, frozen pineapple, fresh ginger and Greek yogurt for a healthy smoothie that helps diminish bloating and boost your metabolism!
This smoothie is the perfect reset after indulging in too many cocktails, traveling and/or celebrating.
Lately we’ve been eating out a lot and indulging in more alcohol than normal. I don’t regret a single bite or sip, but I can tell that my body is bloated and in need of a little break. That’s where this smoothie recipe comes into play! It’s the perfect elixir for resetting.
I knew tossing together this combo of superfoods into a smoothie would be just what I needed to get back on track! Plus the smoothie is so delicious and easy.
The grapefruit brings a tangy sweetness, along with a beautiful pink hue. It’s got frozen pineapple which adds a lovely sweet flavor while giving the smoothie a creamy, thick consistency. And last but not least, the fresh ginger gives this smoothie a pop of spice.
Grapefruit Smoothie Ingredients
- grapefruit – is loaded with vitamin C and the antioxidant lycopene, which is shown to reduce inflammation and prevent cell damage. It’s also a great source of fiber and has a high water content (which helps with hydration and satiety). Added bonus, grapefruit helps the body use insulin efficiently, which keeps blood sugar under control and boosts calorie burn.
- pineapple – is packed with nutrients and an important enzyme called bromelain, which metabolizes protein, eases inflammation and decreases bloating. <— Yes please!
- Greek yogurt – is an excellent source of calcium, potassium, zinc and B vitamins. It also has protein (to help with satiety) and probiotic cultures for good gut health.
- coconut oil – for the medium chain fatty acids, which are easily digested, burned for energy and promote blood sugar stabilization.
- fresh ginger – is amazing for treating nausea and has awesome anti-inflammatory effects.
How to Serve
You can serve the smoothie straight up in a glass or make smoothie bowls. I made sure the smoothie had a thick texture that would work well for smoothie bowls! I topped my bowls with granola, grapefruit segments, fresh berries and little almond butter and it was sooo good!
Tips on Saving a Smoothie for Later
- Store the smoothie in a glass container with an airtight lid (I use mason jars, but a thermos would probably work really well too). Seal the container and place in the fridge as soon as possible.
- Try to fill the container to the top to avoid extra air which will cause the smoothie to oxidize.
- Add a little lime or lemon juice to prevent oxidation.
- Take the smoothie out of the fridge when you’re ready to drink it. Give it a good shake and enjoy.
- Plan to drink the smoothie within 24 hours — it probably won’t keep much longer than that.
Notes on Grapefruit
For this recipe I used Winter Sweetz grapefruit. They’re grown in Texas and quite possibly the sweetest, juiciest grapefruit I’ve ever had. Now I see why February is National Grapefruit Month… grapefruit is at its peak right now.
- Use grapefruit segments! Segmenting the grapefruit removes the bitter pith and makes for a sweet and juicy smoothie without any bitter aftertaste. Segment the grapefruit over a bowl so you can catch all the fresh juice and include it in the smoothie as well! I even squeezed all the rind pieces over the bowl to get every last bit of juice.
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes:
- Easy Blackberry Smoothie
- Carrot Cake Smoothie
- Health Nut Smoothie
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- Tropical Green Smoothie
- 3-Ingredient Mango Smoothie
More Grapefruit Recipes to Try:
- Pineapple Grapefruit Vitamin C Booster Green Smoothie
- Grapefruit Avocado Salad with Arugula
- Grapefruit Avocado Salad with Hearts of Palm
If you make this grapefruit smoothie, be sure to leave a comment and star rating below letting us know how it turned out. Your feedback is so helpful for the EBF team and our readers!
Grapefruit Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 Winter Sweetz red grapefruit
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 Tablespoon coconut oil
- 1/4 inch knob of fresh ginger
- grapefruit segments berries and granola (for topping)
Instructions
- Segment grapefruit: Segment grapefruit over a bowl so you can collect all the juice. Set 2-3 segments aside for topping.
- Blend: Add grapefruit segments, grapefruit juice, frozen pineapple, Greek yogurt, coconut oil and fresh ginger into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.
- Taste: If smoothie is too thick you can add a little non-dairy milk.
- Serve: Pour into two glasses and enjoy. Or serve in a bowl with your favorite toppings — grapefruit segments, granola, berries, etc.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I love grapefruit. This is my favorite smoothie right now. I have made it several times. I like the creamy yogurt with the tart grapefruit.
Woo!! So glad you’re loving this smoothie, Virginia. Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!
This was delicious! So refreshing, and I never would have thought to make a smoothie out of these ingredients!
I’m so glad you enjoyed this smoothie, Bekah! Thanks for making it and coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!
I wasn’t sure if I’d like the tangy-ness of this smoothie, but after a late night, it was way better than I expected and set me back on track!
Yay! Glad this grapefruit smoothie was a hit. Thanks for the review, Kim!!